Ukraine
In Kyiv, a man kicked a friendly poodle that tried to run up to him. The 51-year-old offender was notified of suspicion of cruelty to animals.
In the first 9 months of 2023, Ukraine spent 58% of the general fund of the state budget on the army. Prime Minister Shmyhal calls it a challenge to find additional resources to cover military spending in 2025.
Ukraine's exports in January-September 2024 amounted to almost 100 million tons, up 36% year-on-year. In monetary terms, this amounts to $28.9 billion, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
North Korea has sent engineering units to Ukraine to monitor the use of its weapons by the Russian army. Some North Korean soldiers have already been killed, and the KN23 ammunition and missiles have proven to be of poor quality.
Slovaks raised €4. 5 million in three weeks to buy artillery ammunition for Ukraine. 122 tons of ammunition have been delivered, and another 500 thousand euros are planned to be spent on grenade launcher shells.
In the morning, an unknown object, probably a reconnaissance UAV, flew into Ukraine from Belarus. The target was flying from the Polissia Nature Reserve through Pripyat, Chernobyl, Oster, Kalita, and towards Yahotyn and Cherkasy region.
South Korea's Defense Minister announced the possibility of the DPRK sending regular troops to Ukraine to support Russia.
The third round of bilateral EU-Ukraine sessions within the framework of the legislative compliance screening has started in Brussels. The meetings are taking place in a hybrid format from October 8 to 10, covering economic criteria and other important areas.
Lawyer Oleh Shram expressed doubts about the political independence of the ARMA under the leadership of Olena Duma. He pointed to strange personnel decisions and possible backroom influences on the agency's work.
A scandal erupted online over the activities of Hanna Fesun, who calls herself the “living Virgin Mary. ” The woman raises money for "energy support" for wounded soldiers, forcing relatives to take on debt.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine decreased by 6. 5%. 546 settlements are without power. Power companies restored power to 2564 consumers.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Brown. They discussed the security situation, the needs of the Armed Forces, and the implementation of the military component of Ukraine's victory plan.
During a meeting with Denys Shmyhal, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico expressed his full support for Ukraine's accession to the EU. At the same time, he confirmed that he would block Ukraine's membership in NATO as long as he was in power.
The Minister of the French Armed Forces announced plans to supply Ukraine with Mirage 2000 fighter jets in the first quarter of 2025. The planes will be equipped with new technology for air-to-ground combat and electronic warfare protection.
The fourth race of the RUN 4 VICTORY series took place in Ladyzhyn, bringing together more than 700 participants. The event raised over UAH 600 thousand to support Ukrainian defenders, continuing the successful series of charity marathons.
About 50 manufacturers from China supply components for UAVs used by the enemy to attack Ukraine, said Ruvin.
The White House spokeswoman said that support for Ukraine will be an important part of Biden's visit to Germany. The US President will continue efforts to strengthen NATO and international support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Police detained a 45-year-old Kharkiv resident who was humiliating fallen soldiers on Khreshchatyk Street. He faces up to 5 years in prison for justifying Russian aggression against Ukraine.
The SBI has brought a case against the former head of the Odesa TCR for forgery and evasion from service. He faces up to 10 years in prison for going on vacation abroad during the war.
On European Square in Odesa, a woman tried to hang the flag of the aggressor country. The police identified the woman, seized material evidence and are investigating the incident.
Rains are expected on the Left Bank and in the East of Ukraine, fog in the West. The temperature at night will be 3-13°, during the day 12-21°. West and south wind, 7-12 m/s, gusts up to 20 m/s in some places.
Enemy troops shelled several settlements in the Kherson region. As a result of the attacks, 1 person was killed, 24 were wounded (including 4 children), and residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported enemy losses over the day: 1340 soldiers, 7 tanks, 30 armored personnel carriers and other equipment. The total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 662,970 people.
U. S. Vice President Kamala Harris announced that she would not hold bilateral talks with putin to end the war in Ukraine. She emphasized the importance of the Ukrainian side's participation in determining the country's future.
According to zoologists, the ancestors of octopuses appeared on our planet more than 300 million years ago. At the moment, scientists have described and classified about 100 species of octopus.
Donald Trump criticized the allocation of nearly $300 billion to Ukraine, comparing it to $750 in aid to Americans after Hurricane Helene. He emphasized the need for more attention to the needs of US citizens.
Ksenia Levkovska won a bronze medal at the European Triathlon Championships among the Balkan countries in Romania. She covered the course in 01:08:01, finishing third after athletes from Trinidad and Tobago and Romania.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry reports on the serious consequences of russian attacks on civilian cargo ships in Odesa. In two days, two ships were damaged, and there were deaths and injuries, threatening Ukraine's economy and global food security.
The General Staff reports 120 combat engagements per day. The enemy was most active at the Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions, where the Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled dozens of occupants' attacks.
The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced new mobilization rules starting October 1, 2024. Commanders of military units will be able to call up volunteers without the involvement of the Military Commissariat, which should increase motivation and improve recruitment.